Beet Juice Derived Liquids for Street Maintenance

The City of Farmington Hills Department of Central Services is requesting bids on 100% organic beet juice–derived liquids for snow and ice control under ITB #itb-fh-26-27-2607, with bids due October 13, 2026 at 10:00 a.m. EDT. Products must be listed on the Clear Roads Qualified Product List as of July 7, 2026 — a mandatory eligibility filter.

The scope is beet juice–derived liquids formulated to enhance mixing capabilities and blend with in-house produced salt brine at approximately 80% salt brine and 20% beet juice for application on public roads, parking lots, and sidewalks. The product must be ready for use without requiring additional blending. All submissions must include Safety Data Sheets and material specifications.

The City estimates annual demand of 12,000 gallons, with deliveries expected over two to four cycles per year. Pricing shall be stated as a unit price per gallon and must include all delivery charges, freight, and fuel surcharges for delivery to the Public Works Facility at 27245 Halsted, Farmington Hills, Michigan. Delivery must occur within three days of notice, restricted to 7:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Monday through Friday, excluding weekends and City holidays unless pre-approved. The contract is open to members of the MITN Purchasing Cooperative.

Bidders may propose price increases beginning in the second year of the award. The City is tax-exempt and operates under Net 30 day payment terms unless otherwise specified; vendors may also propose check payment at 60 days, ACH transfer at 45 days, or credit card at 20 days from receipt, with applicable discounts or fees to be disclosed. The awarded contract may be renewed through mutual consent for up to four additional one-year extensions beyond the initial contract year. Vendors extending the contract to other cooperative entities must offer the same terms and conditions.